2006 BMW X3 vs. 2000 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2000 Jaguar XKR.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Jaguar XKR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X3. (410 Nm). This means 2000 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 2000 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | X3 | XKR |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |
